Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers Jobs Pay in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $38.51 – $42.36
Average Annual Pay
Range: $80,101 – $88,111
How much do Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$34.37/hr
Range: $32.73 – $36.01
Annual Rate
$71,490
Range: $68,086 – $74,894
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$40.44/hr
Range: $38.51 – $42.36
Annual Rate
$84,106
Range: $80,101 – $88,111
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$46.51/hr
Range: $44.29 – $48.71
Annual Rate
$96,722
Range: $92,116 – $101,328
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers job description
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers professionals play a vital role in the healthcare industry, providing essential medical services and patient care. They work in various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, and private practices to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- •Provide direct patient care and medical services
- •Document patient information and treatment plans
- •Collaborate with healthcare team members
- •Follow medical protocols and safety procedures
- •Maintain medical equipment and supplies
- •Stay current with medical advancements and certifications
- •Medical knowledge and clinical skills
- •Patient care and communication
- •Attention to detail
- •Critical thinking and problem-solving
- •Compassion and empathy
- •Time management
- •Required certifications or licenses
- •Relevant education or degree
- •Clinical experience preferred
- •Background check and health screening
